Winter Hiking Safety
Who should you tell when you go for a walk?
A responsible adult
Being grumpy or tired on a hike can be signs of what?
Dehydration or hypoglycemia
Why do you not play in snow piles on the side of the road?
Cars can not see you.
The snow piles could collapse.
How should you dress to stay warm when going outside in winter?
In multiple layers
What type of footwear should you wear on a winter hike?
Waterproof boots and synthetic or wool socks
Where can you keep your water bottle so it does not freeze?
Next to your body
What injury can result from sticking a tongue on frozen metal?
Skin can be left behind on the metal, causing an abrasion
Should you walk on ice?
Bonus-What thickness does ice need to be to walk on?
No. especially not without measuring the thickness and determining if it is safe.
Minimum 10cm
What fabric wicks moisture to keep you warm and dry?
Synthetic
Why is it recommended to wear wool clothing?
It will stay warm when wet
What do you need to keep warm in an emergency?
An emergency blanket/space blanket
What condition is it when your body temperature is too low? Bonus 100- what temperature is too low?
Hypothermia
Below 35 Celsius
Is the ice at the edge of a lake or pond thinner or thicker than the middle?
Ice around the edge of any body of water can be much thinner than the middle
Why should you wear a hat?
Prevent heat loss
Why do you not wear cotton in the winter?
Cotton holds moisture- wet cotton will make you chilled
Should you leave a map or location of your hike?
Yes! Always leave a hike plan with a responsible adult
What body parts most frequently get frostbite?
Fingertips, toes, ears, nose.
What piece of equipment should you wear while tobogganing?
A helmet
What is warmer, mittens or gloves?
Mittens keep your hands warmer
What is the minimum amount of layers you should have on in the winter?
Three- base layer, mid layer and outer layer
What should you do when you are lost?
Hug a Tree
How can you treat hypothermia?
Warm the person up. Warm liquids, blankets, get wet clothing off, close, but not too close to fire
What is the opening and closing of Cubs called?
The Grand Howl
Why are goggles or sun glasses important in sunny winter snow conditions?
Prevent snow blindness
Why does Scouter Bruce tell you not to roll around in the snow?
Because you can get wet. Nothing is worse than cold and wet